Sony WF-1000X vs. Jabra Elite 85t

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Sony WF-1000X and Jabra Elite 85t. With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare design, sound quality, but also other key features of both headphones and easily decide which ones are the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the headphones that best fit your needs and expectations.

Headphones Specifications Comparison

Sony WF-1000X vs. Jabra Elite 85t Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sony WF-1000X Jabra Elite 85t
Product Type True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC True wireless earphones - Bluetooth - wireless
Height 4.26 cm 2.31 cm
Width 10.3 cm 1.9 cm
Depth 2.45 cm 1.62 cm
Weight 6.8 g 7 g Sony WF-1000X are lighter than Sony WF-1000X headphones.
Dimensions & Weight Details Charging case: 10.3 cm x 4.26 cm x 2.45 cm / 70 g
Headphones: 6.8 g
Earphone: 1.9 cm x 1.62 cm x 2.31 cm / 7 g
Charging case: 4.11 cm x 6.48 cm x 2.85 cm / 45.1 g
Colour Gold | Black Copper black | Titanium black | Black | Grey | Gold beige
Body Material - Polycarbonate, silicone rubber, PC/ABS
Protection - Wind protection, IPX4
Recommended Use Portable electronics Portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 10 m 10 m The maximum operating distance of both headphones is the same.
SOUND QUALITY Sony WF-1000X Jabra Elite 85t
Headphones Form Factor In-ear In-ear
Headphones Technology Dynamic -
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 4.1 Bluetooth 5.1 Jabra Elite 85t have a more advanced version of Bluetooth than Sony WF-1000X.
Bluetooth Profiles Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP) Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Serial Port Profile (SPP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP)
Bluetooth Audio Codec SBC, AAC SBC, AAC
Active Noise Cancelling Yes Yes Both headphones are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Active Noise Cancelling Technology - Advanced ANC
Noise Isolating - Yes Jabra Elite 85t are equipped with a noise isolating function.
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Sound Effects - HD Voice
Frequency Response 20 - 20000 Hz 20 - 20000 Hz Both headphones offer the same frequency response.
Diaphragm 6 mm 12 mm Jabra Elite 85t have a thicker diaphragm than Sony WF-1000X.
Simultaneously Connectable Devices Qty (Multipoint) - 2 Jabra Elite 85t have the ability to connect to multiple devices simultaneously.
Magnet Material Neodymium -
Features - Voice guidance
MICROPHONE Sony WF-1000X Jabra Elite 85t
Form Factor Built-in Built-in
Microphone Technology Electret condenser -
Microphone Operation Mode Omni-directional -
Frequency Response 50 - 8000 Hz 100 - 10000 Hz Jabra Elite 85t offer a larger microphone frequency range than Sony WF-1000X.
Microphones Included - 6
REMOTE CONTROL Sony WF-1000X Jabra Elite 85t
Controls Noise-cancellation suspend button Volume, answer/end, HearThrough
CABLE Sony WF-1000X Jabra Elite 85t
Cable Type USB cable USB-C to USB-A cable - detachable - 30 cm
FEATURES Sony WF-1000X Jabra Elite 85t
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible - Yes
Communications Technology - Bluetooth Low Energy (LE)
Intelligent Assistant - Siri, Google Assistant
Additional Functions - DSP
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sony WF-1000X Jabra Elite 85t
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable - Lithium Ion Rechargeable - Lithium Ion
Battery Life 3 hour(s) 7 hour(s) Jabra Elite 85t lasts longer on a single charge than the Sony WF-1000X.
Battery Life Details Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON): up to 3 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling OFF): up to 3 hours
Standby (noise cancelling ON): up to 8 hours
Standby (noise cancelling OFF): up to 35 hours
Continuous playback (active noise-cancelling on): up to 25 hours
Continuous playback (active noise-cancelling on) (using earbuds): up to 5.5 hours
Continuous playback (active noise-cancelling on) (with included charging case): up to 19.5 hours
Continuous playback (active noise-cancelling off): up to 31 hours
Continuous playback (active noise-cancelling off) (using earbuds): up to 7 hours
Continuous playback (active noise-cancelling off) (with included charging case): up to 24 hours
Standby: up to 180 days
Standby Time 35 hours 180 days Jabra Elite 85t have longer standby time than Sony WF-1000X.
Wireless Charging Standards - Qi
Charging Time 1.5 hour(s) 3 hour(s) Sony WF-1000X recharge faster than Sony WF-1000X.
Auto On/Off - Yes
WIRELESS LINK Sony WF-1000X Jabra Elite 85t
Radio Frequency Range 2.4 - 2.4835GHz -
OTHERS Sony WF-1000X Jabra Elite 85t
Included Accessories Charging case, 4 pairs of long hybrid silicone rubber earbuds (SS, S, M, L), 2 pairs of Fitting Supporters, 3 pairs of Triple-Comfort Earbuds 3 pairs of EarGels, USB-C charging cable, wireless charging case
Compatibility iPhone, iPod, Android phone iPhone, Android phone
Compliant Standards - FCC, RoHS, REACH, MFI, Qi, ISED
Service & Support - Limited warranty - 2 years with product registration
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